We get it: You have very specific career goals. So why shouldn't the focus of your master's be just as specific? Maybe you want to combine social media with leadership and business development. Or how about bringing together public health and nonprofit management? You can do that and more by earning an M.S. or M.A. in Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies at UAB.
You see, we know that in today's job market, you're often required to wear plenty of different hats. That's why we've allowed you to customize your path to a master's degree by blending two areas of expertise. How do we do it? It's simple really. You'll choose two out of several approved graduate certificate programs, which include topics from Business Analytics to Teaching Multilingual Learners to Global Health and more. Altogether, you'll be required to complete 30 credit hours, which will include the courses in both certificates plus a final Capstone Experience to demonstrate your mastery of the subjects. Whether or not you earn an M.A. or an M.S. depends on the certificates chosen. In the end, our goal is for you to graduate with a knowledge and skill set that is as unique as you are—and that will propel you toward success.
Participating Certificates
- Biotechnology and Regulatory Affairs
- Business Analytics with Information Technology
- Clinical Informatics
- Cybersecurity Management
- Global Health Studies
- Health Coaching
- Health Education
- Higher Education Administration
- Information Technology Management
- Leadership and Professional Development
- Nonprofit Management
- Public Health
- Research Laboratory Management
- Teaching Multilingual Learners
Online Options May Be Available
This program may be available through an online or blended format if the certificates chosen are offered in those formats. Please check with the program directors for the certificates to confirm online options.
Fast Facts
- Interdisciplinary graduates often gain soft skills that are highly valued by employers (U.S. News & World Report).